Kidney Stones

Kidney Stones

Most kidney stones are composed of calcium and some consist of uric acid or struvite. Stones form in the kidneys when an imbalance of water, calcium oxylate, uric acid and phosphate that is normally present in the urine. Kidney stones can also form when the PH balance of the urine is abnormal or when the kidneys normal protective mechanisms are over whelmed.
Kidney stones may also form for these reasons:
• Dehydration
• Sluggish or obstructed urine flow.
• Gout, Cushing’s disease and hyper-parathyroidism
• Metabolism problems
• Chemotherapy
• Specific drugs such as thyroid medication or aluminum salts
In some cases kidney stones can completely block the urine from the kidney. This can lead to infection and possible permanent kidney damage if not treated. Kidney stones require prompt medical attention. Herbal approaches to kidney stones can help relieve mild pain when there is no obstruction or infection present. If the pain from a kidney stone is mild and manageable you can try antispasmodic herbs to help relax the ureter.
Herbal remedies for kidney stones:
Yellow Dock: blood purifier that also contains anthraquinones. Use up to 5oo milligram capsules per day, or 20-40 drops of tincture two times a day. Do not use during pregnancy.
Aloe- contains anthraquinones which is the compound that helps prevent kidney stones. 1 teaspoon after meals.
Corn silk- relaxes the urinary tubes and reduces stone formation. 4-6cups of tea per day or 1 teaspoon of tincture four to five times a day.
Slippery Elm- contains high amounts of mucilage which eases irritation and helps body tissue heal. Up to 12 370 milligram capsules per day, or 2-3 cups of tea per day, or 10-30 drops of tincture per day
Marshmallow-helps sooth irritated urinary tissues. Up to six 400-500- milligram capsules per day or 1 cup of tea per day or 20-40 drops of tincture up to five times per day.
Khella-helps relax the muscles of the ureter and urinary tubules. 250-300milligrams of extract in divided doses.
Wild Yam- an antispasmodic but not sedative. Up to 400 milligram capsules per day or 1 teaspoon tincture up to five times a day.
Skullcap- antispasmotic. 1 cup of tea 4 times a day or1 teaspoon tincture four times a day.
Valerian- antispasmotic and strongly sedative herb that helps the ureter relax enough to allow a small stone to pass. 1 cup of tea every hour or 1 teaspoon tincture every hour. Do not use if regnant.
Kidney friendly foods rich in magnesium
• Dark green vegetables
• Nuts
• Seeds
• Leguemes
• Soy products
• Whole grains
• Avocados
• Dried apricots
Foods rich in Vitamin B6
• Egg yolks
• Fish
• Whole grains
• Legumes
• Sweet potatoes
• Cauliflower
• Avocados
Magnesium and vitamin B6 help reduce stone formation.

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DO NOT EAT YOUR LIVER

Do Not Eat your Liver

All these functions I perform regularly and how important they are in the over all health of your body and you just don’t seem to pay attention to me. I am your liver. I create bile to break down fats in your small intestine. I remove harmful toxins. I clean up after you decide to have that beer even when you know better. I am important. Now I demand your respect. I want a liver cleanse. I want my due process of being maintained and cared for. You do not want me to create painful gallstones do you? Because if you do not listen to what I am about to tell, that is exactly what’s going to happen.
The liver is what cleans out toxins in your body from things such as your water or the pollutants in the air. The liver helps break down alcohol that you consume and helps create the urine that flushes it all away. The day your complaining about acne breakouts is because the liver is what helps rid the access testosterone from the body through the creation of bile. Did I mention how important that is? I must mention too, when your gaining weight and do not know why, the liver helps break down fats by doing its job, creating bile. I am just bringing up a few important points because you seem to forget about me so often that its affecting my performance.
Sometimes I wonder if you even know that there are natural solutions to keeping me clean. I would hope you would choose to go natural. Because I have to live inside this body with the rest of my organ friends and we all work together for the same purpose. Your health. So for the sake of us all, you know, your kidneys and bladder and heart, keep us safe by using natural herbal supplements. It is for the best. Since we are on the same page and I have your attention, I am going to list a few key items I need to clean myself out and repair these damaged cells. I am going to add, drink more water too. I mean, your body is 70% water. Just put down the soda and drink more water. Throw a lemon in too, that will help me out by allowing me to release more water retention from all that salt.
The first and most important herb that mother earth offers me for a natural remedy to clean this liver and repair the damaged liver cells is Milk thistle. Man has never once been able to duplicate the power of milk thistle. Not only does it provide an excellent liver cleanse, it repairs the damaged cells in the liver. Milk thistle increases the production of bile which helps break down fats in the small intestine. Wouldn’t you agree it’s important for that to process to happen? Remember what I was saying about acne? Bile helps to remove the testosterone byproducts through your stool. Milk thistle also contains Silymarin. Silymarin is an extract of milk thistle and protects the liver cells from toxins. This protects the liver cells from damage. For instance, the alcohol you consumed. You may not think one or two alcoholic drinks would hurt me, your liver, but over time, it can.
While you’re at it, visit Jen Lambs website. She provides quality organic Milk thistle that is made fresh. Her stuff is made when you order it. It’s not sitting on the shelf for a year. That way we can both rest easy that we are getting the best. Because I am your liver and I deserve the best treatment possible. Because when you treat me well, I will pay you back with health and longevity. I wanted to mention as well. It sure would help if you picked up some dandelion root as well. It’s a natural diuretic and will help me flush out these harmful toxins faster. It’s also high in potassium so your body will receive nutrients while we clean. Your kidneys and bladder wanted me to mention that too. It’s located on the sunshine and herbs website as well and is 100% homemade, natural and organic. So please DO NOT EAT YOUR LIVER. Clean it instead. Thank you.

Sincerely,
Your Liver
LIVER CLEANSE
And
DANDELION ROOT
With
JEN LAMB
SUNSHINE AND HERBS